How to Configure Shared Folder in VirtualBox
Setting up a shared folder in VirtualBox allows you to easily transfer files between your host machine and virtual machine. This can be incredibly useful for development or testing purposes. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to configure a shared folder in VirtualBox.
Step 1: Install VirtualBox Guest Additions
The first step in setting up a shared folder in VirtualBox is to install the VirtualBox Guest Additions on your virtual machine. This software package provides additional features and functionality for your virtual machine, including support for shared folders.
To install the Guest Additions, start your virtual machine and select “Devices” from the VirtualBox menu. Click on “Insert Guest Additions CD Image” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Step 2: Configure Shared Folder in VirtualBox
Once the Guest Additions are installed, you can proceed to configure a shared folder in VirtualBox. Follow these steps:
- Go to the VirtualBox main window and select your virtual machine.
- Click on “Settings” and navigate to the “Shared Folders” tab.
- Click on the “Add new shared folder” icon (folder with a plus sign).
- Choose a Folder Path on your host machine that you want to share with the virtual machine.
- Enter a Folder Name for the shared folder.
- Check the “Auto-mount” option if you want the shared folder to be automatically mounted.
- Click “OK” to save the shared folder settings.
With these steps, you have successfully configured a shared folder in VirtualBox. The shared folder will now be accessible from within your virtual machine.
Step 3: Access Shared Folder in Virtual Machine
To access the shared folder from your virtual machine, follow these steps:
- Start your virtual machine.
- Navigate to the shared folder location on your virtual machine.
- The shared folder will be available for you to use, just like any other folder on your system.
That’s it! You have now successfully configured and accessed a shared folder in VirtualBox. This feature can greatly simplify file transfers between your host machine and virtual machine, making your workflow more efficient.
Thank you for reading. We hope this article has been helpful in guiding you through the process of configuring a shared folder in VirtualBox.